• Greenhouse disease update for Phytophthora root rot

  Published on April 1, 2010
  

• Select sugarbeet varieties to match traits needed for each individual field

  Published on November 13, 2012
  Sugarbeet variety selection is a key component to minimize production problems associated with each individual field. Learn this and more at the 2012 REACh Seed Week meetings located around Michigan in December.

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  Soft scales of spruce and pine

  Published on June 17, 2014
  Spruce bud and pine tortoise scales can produce lots of “honeydew” that allows black sooty mold to grow, possibly making trees unharvestable.

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  Mites are becoming more active on conifers

  Published on June 4, 2014
  Scouting now can help detect mite problems before their populations get large enough to cause bronzing of foliage and potentially reduce tree quality.

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  Michigan hop pest report - July 24, 2025

  Published on July 24, 2025
  Disease pressure is high, so stay on top of disease management programs.

• May 1

  Maximizing Forage Quality in Hay and Haylage with Dr. Kim Cassida

  May 1, 2025 7:00AM – 8:00AM Online

  Hear Dr. Kim Cassida speak about hay and haylage in this webinar.

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  West central Michigan vegetable update – May 15, 2019

  Published on May 15, 2019
  Asparagus harvest is finally here in west central Michigan.

• Michigan’s Thumb area field crop regional report – June 19, 2014

  Published on June 19, 2014
  Improved growing conditions are reported after much needed rainfall in the region.

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  Flint, Michigan area urban agriculture report - May 24, 2017

  Published on May 24, 2017
  The urban and semi-rural small scale diversified vegetable farm fields, hoophouses and market gardens' planting operations are full steam ahead as last week's high temperatures push the growing season ahead of schedule.

• First-time horse owners—First time hay buyers

  Published on July 14, 2011
  Tips for purchasing hay in 2011.

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  Flint, Michigan, area urban agriculture update – April 28, 2017

  Published on May 2, 2017
  Growers in urban and semi-rural small scale diversified vegetable farm fields, hoophouses and market gardens are prepping and planting during the recent days without rain this week.

• Be a good neighbor when spreading manure

  Published on May 6, 2011
  Using the best management practices when spreading manure can decrease your probability of having a Right to Farm complaint.

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  West central Michigan small fruit update – Aug. 4, 2020

  Published on August 4, 2020
  Managing spotted wing Drosophila in blueberries and raspberries is critical during harvest. Lower daily temperatures are an opportunity for using a wider range of insecticide products recommended for control. Currently, pyrethroids are very effect.

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  Southwest Michigan vegetable update – July 18, 2018

  Published on July 18, 2018
  Drier weather has slowed bacterial disease spread but increased the need for irrigation.

• Staying fit in the summer while also staying safe

  Published on June 7, 2012
  We all know the importance of engaging in regular physical activity. But in the hot summer months, it is important to follow some safety strategies to prevent heat related injuries.

• European corn borer and corn earworm season summary

  Published on September 18, 2008
  

• Scouting for potato leafhoppers in alfalfa

  Published on June 18, 2012
  Know your options for insect control prior to a problem.

• West central Michigan small fruit regional report – August 23, 2016

  Published on August 23, 2016
  Blueberry, raspberry and day-neutral strawberry harvest continues at rapid pace with large volumes of blueberries still remaining in the field.

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  Southwest Michigan vegetable update – July 24, 2019

  Published on July 24, 2019
  Hot weather brings unwanted consequences.

• West Michigan tree fruit update – April 4, 2017

  Published on April 4, 2017
  Tree fruit development is waiting for warmer weather.